Alligator

NameSculpture

Maker Leroy Archuleta (1949-2002)

CultureHispano

Date1994

Place madeTesuque, New Mexico, United States, North America

MediumWood, paint, glass (marbles)

Dimensions17 1/2 x 34 x 93 in. (44.45 x 86.36 x 236.22 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Lloyd E. Cotsen and the Neutrogena Corporation, A.1995.93.2412

Object numberA.1995.93.2412

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DescriptionLife size carved wood alligator, painted green and showing off his white teeth; tail curves to his proper left; with glass marbles for eyes (green). Color: green, black, red, white. NOTE: Photo with other alligator and watermelon is deceptive. These additional pieces are not part of this object.